For more than 50 years, Reproductive Freedom for All and its chapters have fought to protect and expand reproductive freedom —including access to abortion and contraception — for everybody. We are powered by our more than 4 million members from every state and congressional district in the country, representing the 8 in 10 Americans who believe every person should have the freedom to make the best decision for themselves about if, when, and how to raise a family.
Reproductive Freedom for All centers diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in our organization and our work. Continuously learning from our history, we hold ourselves accountable to achieve reproductive freedom with equitable access for everybody. As the oldest and largest national membership organization primarily focused on advocating for abortion access, we organize and mobilize, galvanizing millions of people to take action to defend reproductive freedom, and shining a spotlight of accountability on bad actors who work to impose their ideological agenda on others. We also work to elect champions for reproductive freedom and advance state and federal legislation to safeguard it. For more information on Reproductive Freedom for All, please visit our website.
Reporting to the Executive Director the Senior VP of Development is responsible for the strategic direction, design, implementation, and evaluation of development and fundraising programs for Reproductive Freedom for All 501 c4, Reproductive Freedom for All federal PAC, Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation 501 c3, and Freedom Fund 527. The VP of Development leads and supervises a team of development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals and advancing its mission.
The Senior VP of Development plays a key role in the development of the organizational vision and strategy and must exhibit leadership in implementing that vision as part of the executive team. They work closely with the Executive Director and President & CEO, are part of the Executive Team, and serve as the lead development officer liaison with the Board of Directors. They coordinate and lead efforts with other departments across the organization crafting innovative partnerships with foundations and donors to advance our common goals. They are responsible for providing leadership and fostering a climate that facilitates a culture of philanthropy as well as political action, meeting the annual and longer term financial and programmatic fundraising goals for the organization. They must have a commitment to Reproductive Freedom for All’s core values and integrating diversity, equity and inclusion into every aspect of our work.
Job Details:
**Location: **Washington, DC
**Reports to: **Executive Director
**Positions Directly Reporting to this Position: **Senior Director of Major Gifts, Senior Director of Foundation Relations and Development Communications, Associate Director of Development Operations
This Position Is: Full-time, Exempt, Non-Union, Management
Salary: $210,000 - $250,000
Plan and execute effective and comprehensive fundraising programs for Reproductive Freedom for All 501 c4, Reproductive Freedom for All federal PAC, Reproductive Freedom for all Foundation 501 c3, and Freedom Fund 527 (SuperPac);
Develop and implement annual fundraising priorities and plans for an integrated development program (membership/direct marketing, major gifts, special events, planned giving, foundations, and workplace giving.);
Develop annual revenue projections across all entities and all channels;
Develop annual budgets for the development department; regularly review fundraising department’s revenue and expenses, track department-wide progress to goals; regularly update President and Executive Director on progress; prepare reports and presentations for the Board of Directors;
Build Reproductive Freedom for All’s funding capacity and culture. Deepen and diversify the revenue base, increase funding from all constituencies through all channels. Ensure that the development infrastructure supports short-term and long-term goals;
Personally collaborate with President & CEO, Board leadership and organizational leaders to cultivate and solicit principal level gifts from current and prospective donors;
Work with the Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, and legal counsel to ensure legal compliance, as it relates to fundraising for all of the organization’s entities, 501 c4, 501 c3, PAC, and 527;
Key Stakeholder Relations;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of Reproductive Freedom for All and Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation Boards of Directors, key benefactors, volunteer leaders and colleagues.
Identify, supervise and direct development and institutional advancement opportunities for the President & CEO, members of the Boards of Directors, selected volunteer leadership, and senior staff members;
Serve as primary liaison to Board Development of Reproductive Freedom for All and Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation;
Develop relationships with prospective individual donors to increase funding, membership and visibility for the organization’s work;
Provide support for the President & CEO in preparation for events and opportunities with prospective donors;
Enlist senior management as appropriate in educating donors about the organization’s impact and investment worthiness;
Supervision;
Direct, supervise and manage the fundraising staff providing ongoing guidance, direction and motivation; hire staff as needed; delegate appropriately and ensure strong internal communication and coordination; evaluate performance and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth; and provide oversight to consultants;
Lead by example; set high performance standards for self and staff. Foster a positive, team environment of achievement and ensure staff accountability through clearly defined and measurable goals;
Build a sense of teamwork and ownership, empowering staff through active communication and delegation;
Promote intradepartmental and interdepartmental collaboration;
Create an environment that is inclusive, welcomes differences of opinion and promotes respect for others, and fosters trust and cooperation;
Supervise relationships with outside vendors and consultants; play an active role in planning and execution, set clear expectations for achieving goals and accountability, and maintain clear and consistent communication.
Other duties consistent with the duties and qualifications outlined herein may be assigned.
A minimum of 10 years of development experience with a clear track record in developing and achieving fundraising milestones;
A Bachelor’s degree;
Broad knowledge of all areas of fundraising including: major donor cultivation and solicitation, membership/direct marketing including direct mail, telemarketing, digital, planned giving, working with both institutional and family foundations, executing special events and other innovative development strategies;
Strong management skills and experience, both strategic and operational, and a demonstrated ability to build, motivate, mentor, and supervise a team of 10 or more staff;
Broad experience with fundraising data base systems;
Excellent writing and speaking skills and an ability to translate Reproductive Freedom for All’s mission and programs into effective fundraising initiatives;
A personal passion and commitment to the organization’s mission and an understanding of reproductive freedom;
Demonstrated commitment to working in an environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion;
High cultural competence and the demonstrated ability to work with and mentor individuals with different lived experiences;
A drive to make things happen. Proven experience managing high-performing, racially diverse teams; high standards for success and a healthy impatience for progress;
Very strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with excellent judgment and a strong ability to communicate in writing and in person;
Proven ability to listen deeply to what people are saying (while understanding what they aren’t) to identify and resolve challenges. Ability to make tough and strategic decisions when confronted with difficult choices and in highly complex situations and in fast-moving environments;
Proven ability to successfully manage up and sideways, with an eagerness and ability to figure out what high-level stakeholders need; ability to deliver on it;
An ability to travel.
Reproductive Freedom for All does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or political affiliation.
Candidates with backgrounds, identities, and experiences that are historically underrepresented in reproductive freedom non-profits are encouraged to apply.